The Hunter's road toll has risen to 28 for the year after yet another fatal crash overnight, this time at Bobs Farm.
Police say a silver Holden Commodore was travelling north on Nelson Bay Road just after midnight when ran out of control and slammed into a light pole.
The driver, a man believed to be aged in his 30's, was the only occupant and died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
Police set up a crime scene as investigations into the cause of the crash continue.
Anyone who witnessed the accident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
